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Equality Is Great, Equity Is A Whole Lot Better
Understanding why Equity is a greater force for change in society.
Equality is a concept more familiar in today’s society. Whilst the world is far from it, conversations are being made and change is taking place for a more fair and equal way of life for all. And whilst the promotion of Equality is a foundational and necessary starting point, it will only get us so far on the road to real equality for all people.
During my years working in the community, I have come to better understand the needs of the most vulnerable in our society, as well as the great disadvantages they face. These disadvantages prevent vulnerable and minority communities from being able to reach the same destination and goals as other people because they aren’t provided with the same recourses and support as everyone else. What I have come to distinguish, is that Equity is a far better concept to implement in our society than Equality.
Equity is the principle that recognises all people who come with different backgrounds, histories and individual challenges. Instead of giving everyone the same starting point and opportunity as Equality would suggest, Equity provides individuals with resources and support that will enable them to reach the same end goal as anybody else. To simplify, Equality is an…
